Dermatologist accused of illegally...

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September 10, 1988

NEW YORK — DOCTOR ARRESTED. A dermatologist accused of illegally disposing of hypodermic needles and other infectious waste was arrested Thursday. Dr. Michael Albom allegedly failed to destroy the needles, failed to put other medical waste in the appropriate ''red bags'' and failed to use a licensed hauler, said District Attorney Robert Morgenthau. Albom faces up to one year in jail and a $5,000 fine if convicted. He could not be reached for comment. The infectious waste -- including used hypodermic needles, scalpels and bloody plastic tubing -- was found on a bridge on Aug. 17. Authorities traced the waste to Albom through a tiny scrap of paper that bore the doctor's name and address.